Archive - March, 2009

Geothermal Offers Alternative to Gas

10 March 2009 by Charles Hamel, 21 Comments
Geothermal Offers Alternative to Gas

Poland’s geothermal energy is a seen as a viable alternative to fossil fuels but environmentalists say high costs and bureaucracy could be an obstacle. Parts of the mountain resort Zakopane in southern Poland are heated using geothermal energy, which is being promoted as a cheap and sustainable alternative to gas. Poland’s geothermal energy is a [...]

Cryptozoology In Japan

9 March 2009 by Charles Hamel, 19 Comments
Cryptozoology In Japan

Normally when we here the word cryptozoology, visions of the Loch Ness Monster or Big Foot and Yeti get conjured up, but how about a giant crayfish.  Now I am no stranger to crayfish, heck I have lived in Mississippi and Louisiana, and when I hear crayfish, I think of spicy crawfish boils, with new potatoes and [...]

Famous Onsens in Japan

6 March 2009 by Charles Hamel, 8 Comments
Famous Onsens in Japan

When coming to Japan for a visit, in particularly Hokkaido, a side trip to one of the famous onsens in Japan or  hot springs resort is something that you do not want to miss.  There are many types of onsen’s on this big beautiful island that I live on, and all boast of different healing [...]